Greece
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Continent Europe
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Capital Athens
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Official Language Greek
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Visa-Free Countries 185
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Passport Rank 7
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Currency EUR
Greece - Country of Legends & Opportunity
Greece Residency by Investment Program.
Greece, officially Hellenic Republic, is a Mediterranean country in southeast Europe. Lying strategically at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa; Greece is known for its history, culture. Cradle of knowledge, the birthplace of democracy, western philosophy and literature, scientific principles, Greece is undoubtedly a historic marvel. It is also a developed EU country with a high-income economy, high quality of life and high standard of living. The country has the largest economy in the Balkans, and its unique heritage and location makes it one of the most important locations for global investors. Greece has been among the first countries to join the EU and is a founding member of the UN along with membership of Council of Europe, Schengen Area, NATO, WTO, and many internationally reputed organizations.
Route to Greece Residency.
The Greece Golden visa program was launched in 2013 by the government to offer permanent residence to bona fide investors and their families (including spouse, children, and parents) in return of a real estate investment in the country with following conditions:
- A minimum of €250,000 in one or more properties exclusive of taxes
- A health insurance for all family members is required
- All the documentation to be submitted in Greek language
- 5 years resident permit is granted which can be renewed after every 5 years
- To maintain the residence status, real estate must be maintained
- Applicants will be eligible for Greece citizenship after residing in Greece for 7 years provided they meet certain other criterion including the Greek language requirements, establishing close ties etc.
Once the due diligence, legal processes and documentation, payment of the application fee is complete, the applicant will travel to Greece for the biometrics after which Golden visa shall be issued.
FAQs.
Can parents of the main applicant or spouse be added in the application?
Yes, parents can be added to the Greece residency application
How much time does the process take?
The residency process takes 2 months
Is there a visit requirement to Greece during the application process?
The process can be completed without the need to visit Greece; however, a visit is required for biometric capturing at the end of the application
What is the validity of the residence card?
The residency is valid for 5 years which can be renewed indefinitely
Do I to reside in Greece to keep my residency status alive?
It is not mandatory to stay in Greece; however, residing in Greece is important for the applicants looking to become a Greece citizen
Can the Greece residency lead to passport?
Yes, it may after 7 uninterrupted years of residence
What is the age limit for children?
Dependents up to age 21 can be added to the Greece residency application
Why choose
Greece?
- Visa free access across Europe within the Schengen
- Residency can be obtained in 2 months
- No stay requirement to keep the residency alive
- Access to one of the world’s best health care systems
- Enjoy the same education rights as Greece citizens
- Dual citizenship is permitted if citizenship is granted after 7 years
- Visa to free access to 180+ countries as a Greece citizen
